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Substance Use and Aging

Course Course Title Class Lab/ Shop Clinical/ Co-op Credit
GRO 150 Substance Use and Aging 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: DRE 098
Corequisites: None
Effective Term: Spring 2009

This course introduces methods to prevent and reduce substance addiction within the older adult population. Emphasis is placed on understanding problems associated with alcohol, drug and medication misuse in addition to signs, symptoms and treatment options. Upon completion, the student should be able to describe how substance use and abuse impacts the quality of life for the older adult population.

2013FA - New Local Prereq: ENG 090 and RED 090 or DRE 098

2014FA - Revised Local Prereqs: ENG 090 and RED 090 replaced by DRE 098

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